Each year as Spring fills the air, our thoughts turn to blossom trees, daffodils and Easter, one of those rare occasions in the year when the whole family can get together and finally celebrate the passing of Winter. All too often, in the haste to find the best summer holiday, we neglect to make any special arrangements for Easter apart from the traditional Easter Sunday roast. But if we plan in good time, there's every reason to embrace the chance to do something different as a family at Easter and make the most of this lovely time of year.

Travel insurance may not be the first thing on your mind when you're planning an Easter break, but it's always important to be aware of the risks you face when you're away from home. A good travel insurance policy will cover you for everything from lost luggage to a broken leg. Misfortune plays an unpredictable game, so particularly if you're travelling with a family in tow, make sure you buy travel insurance for every member of the family.

Discover the best in European Theme Parks

Easter is the best time of year to feel the fresh air on your face and the adrenaline in your veins, so why not use the time to discover some of the best theme parks in Europe? You'll need adequate travel insurance for the family if you're heading abroad but the convenience of the Eurostar and cheap flights to Paris have put the fun and thrills of Euro Disney on our doorstep and its great Easter offers are tempting for adults and kids alike. Join all the traditional Disney favourites along with some newer additions and indulge your childhood fantasies on board some of the raciest rides. Of course you don't need to leave Britain to ride the best roller-coasters. If you don't want to travel too far, Alton Towers, with its fantastic range of white-knuckle rides set in beautiful parkland, is just a short drive from Birmingham. Wherever you venture however, be aware of the risks that are around at all times in crowded places and ensure that your travel insurance covers you for any minor accidents or loss of personal possessions.

Ski your way to Easter fun

We may well have put the chills of the snowy winter behind us, but when Easter arrives there's still plenty of the white stuff to enjoy across Europe. In fact Easter is one of the best times to ski, with plenty of sunshine to brighten up the fresh mountain air. If you've never skied before, prepare yourself for an exhilarating challenge, a taste of adventure combined with plenty of family fun. Why not head to the French Alps for a great choice of family resorts, each offering some of the most spectacular mountain scenery in the world and each with its own distinct character. Whichever resort you choose, from the areas around Chamonix in the north down to Alpe d'Huez in the south, you'll enjoy fun-filled days and a great social scene with lively bars and restaurants serving up top quality cuisine. Bear in mind that for any skiing holiday, your normal travel insurance will not suffice. You will need to source a dedicated winter sports travel insurance policy. Winter sports travel insurance will cover you not only for skiing but for any other sports you may wish to try, such as snowboarding, ice-skating or hang-gliding.

Fulfil your potential on a Multi-activity holiday

Whether you're an adrenaline enthusiast or not, a multi-activity holiday is the perfect way to work off all those Easter eggs, as well as a great way to bring the family together. The best news is that this Easter holiday won't break the bank. The Youth Hostel Association offer great value lodgings to families and groups at over 200 venues across the UK, many of which are refreshingly upmarket with character accommodation and ensuite rooms. Their activity centres are located in the best areas for enjoying outdoor activities including the Peak District and Cumbria and with a choice of activities that includes mountain biking, horse-riding, abseiling, kayaking, canoeing, caving and watersports, you'll come away with plenty of admirable achievements under your belt. Although you will be able to rely on expert supervision, all of these activities are hazardous so it's essential to make sure your travel insurance covers you for accidents. You will probably be required to declare any dangerous sports on your travel insurance policy when you book but this will at least provide you with peace of mind throughout your trip.